Dspecial restoration 1975

[gsowner84]

Philippe, that is truly magnificent.

What a sensational job. Well done on an absolutely wonderful DSpecial.

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Kind regards,

Syd

[bleudanube]

Well Phillippe, it hasn't been another DS. I strayed and turned an ugly BMW R100RS into a cute scrambler looking bike.

In its original guise.... horrible colour!


Now it matches the DS in style, but is a tad noisier


But to keep the connection with the Citroen community going, Chris did the tank stickers for me - of course very well done and looking magnificent.



Took only four months, let's see what is next on the to do list.

Sven

[FIVEDOOR]

Took only four months, let's see what is next on the to do list.

Sven

Repower a 2CV with one of those engines

Nice job, I like the new bike.

[Bounge]

Well Phillippe, it hasn't been another DS. I strayed and turned an ugly BMW R100RS into a cute scrambler looking bike.

In its original guise.... horrible colour!


Now it matches the DS in style, but is a tad noisier


But to keep the connection with the Citroen community going, Chris did the tank stickers for me - of course very well done and looking magnificent.



Took only four months, let's see what is next on the to do list.

Sven

I must say a little different from a D but nice all the same well done Sven!! I wish I could ride a nice bike like yours but Im too old just cant wait to see your next project hopefully a 4 wheeler

[Balki]

i built one of those to

[Caisson]

Excellent Phillipe! Immaculate DSpecial! One question , how many times have you made the vow
" my last restoration, never again! " ? See you at Silverwater.

[Le Parisian]

Excellent Phillipe! Immaculate DSpecial! One question , how many times have you made the vow
" my last restoration, never again! " ? See you at Silverwater.

Thanks David, Answer to your question don’t wait too long standing on your head awaiting my next restoration as it could be fatal......

[Le Parisian]

The D got a serious polishing yesterday and the results speaks for them self really really glossy look, the dash fitted with LED makes a huge difference the rear view mirror needs fitting back to the windscreen looking for a reliable glue any advice? Tomorrow will fit the huge sealing rubber under the boot lid that will be fun!! the car has traveled 11 km so far without any issues. the roof has been water tested and no leaks
I’m now looking forward to Silverwater car show next week.

[PeterMol]

Looking fantastic

The windscreen guy that fitted my mirror used silicon of all things. I had my doubts but he reasoned it should be fine, will be much easier to get off if needed and because he used black silicone, you don't need that sticker to hide the ugly glue. It looks fine from the outside if you trim excess silicone internally. It has been there 2 years and no problems. If it does come off at some stage, an easy fix. I guess the experts should know

Peter

[Bounge]

Looking fantastic

The windscreen guy that fitted my mirror used silicon of all things. I had my doubts but he reasoned it should be fine, will be much easier to get off if needed and because he used black silicone, you don't need that sticker to hide the ugly glue. It looks fine from the outside if you trim excess silicone internally. It has been there 2 years and no problems. If it does come off at some stage, an easy fix. I guess the experts should know

Peter

Thanks Peter
Sounds like an easy way I've heard that the glue available at super cheap don't work properly I will give it a go

[Caisson]

Thanks Peter
Sounds like an easy way I've heard that the glue available at super cheap don't work properly I will give it a go

Silicon sounds interesting, but how to keep the mirror in place till it cures? I have only used the 2 pack kit from a motor factor. Worked fine no problem. Apparently to take a mirror off the windscreen, warm the screen with a hot air gun or similar.

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[Caisson]

The D got a serious polishing yesterday and the results speaks for them self really really glossy look, the dash fitted with LED makes a huge difference the rear view mirror needs fitting back to the windscreen looking for a reliable glue any advice? Tomorrow will fit the huge sealing rubber under the boot lid that will be fun!! the car has traveled 11 km so far without any issues. the roof has been water tested and no leaks
I’m now looking forward to Silverwater car show next week.

Amazing instrument cluster Phillipe!

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[PeterMol]

Silicon sounds interesting, but how to keep the mirror in place till it cures? I have only used the 2 pack kit from a motor factor. Worked fine no problem. Apparently to take a mirror off the windscreen, warm the screen with a hot air gun or similar.

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i suspect it was a quick cure type because it cured very quickly. Agree hot air gun can be used but we really struggled. May have been an age issue

[Big Frog]

You have done a wonderful job Phillipe, it's a credit to you and a happy future for the D Special.
Cheers
Steve

[Le Parisian]

You have done a wonderful job Phillipe, it's a credit to you and a happy future for the D Special.
Cheers
Steve

Thank you Steve it’s finally completed and it’s now time to drive and enjoy

[lamoor]

Thank you Steve it’s finally completed and it’s now time to drive and enjoy

well deserved enjoyed this thread safe motoring ahead. mr P

[Le Parisian]

The stainless steel plates finally arrived and just in time for the show after being stuck in custom for 12 days with no reasons given?? the car had its final comprehensive polishing on Saturday
I Took the car to the Silverwater all car show on Sunday. 100 of people looked at it, 100 of compliments received and unfortunately did not qualify for any prices???? You guessed it not good enough for the judges..
Amazing...........I corrected one of the judges which was looking in the engine bay thinking it was a DS23 fuel injected?????

[JohnW]

Funny, it looks like a carburettor! You can't predict these things and must just rise above them. I reckon the car looks just wonderful - what a great job.

Cheers

[Le Parisian]

Happy to say that after recalculating the final judging scores following the 16th of July by the NSW Citroen club it appears that they were 2 winners.
Consequently I've also received a trophy; also more important the records in the chevron will be amended.
I would like to thank everyone for their ongoing support during my restoration.

Chris; I'm happy for you to move this thread to the Completed restoration subfolder when you are ready
Thank you

[GreenBlood]

Happy to say that after recalculating the final judging scores following the 16th of July by the NSW Citroen club it appears that they were 2 winners.
Consequently I've also received a trophy; also more important the records in the chevron will be amended.
I would like to thank everyone for their ongoing support during my restoration.

Chris; I'm happy for you to move this thread to the Completed restoration subfolder when you are ready
Thank you

Congratulations Phillipe

I'll move your thread and leave a re-direct for 1 month here.

Cheers
Chris

[dee see]

Some nasties will deal with this next!! lets get the engine started first....

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hi sorry for reopening old thread

Can rust repair parts for windscreen area be purchased from any suppliers as the ds that I am looking at has same problem as this.

[GreenBlood]

hi sorry for reopening old thread

Can rust repair parts for windscreen area be purchased from any suppliers as the ds that I am looking at has same problem as this.

The good news is yes, just about anything needed to make those repairs is available.
https://shop.citroenclassics.co.uk/u...ont-2427-p.asp
https://shop.citroenclassics.co.uk/r...ion-2254-p.asp
https://shop.citroenclassics.co.uk/r...oon-3016-p.asp
https://shop.citroenclassics.co.uk/r...ght-2253-p.asp
https://shop.citroenclassics.co.uk/r...eft-2252-p.asp
https://shop.citroenclassics.co.uk/r...oon-3017-p.asp

The bad, this can be a costly exercise when you add in freight. You could look out for a wreck in better condition, that roof section does come up on ebay France/Germany but again shipping will cruel the purchase. Not an exercise to be undertaken lightly. . .

Cheers
Chris

[dee see]

Thanks for that